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Daybreak's Traffic Tom & cohost of @eightwest ! Lifelong resident of West Michigan & proud alumni of @cmuniversity !

Grand Rapids, MI

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Joined May 2011

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Tom Hillen

4 years

"In the First Amendment, the Founding Fathers gave the free press the protection it must have to fulfill its essential role in our democracy. The press was to serve the governed, not the governors." Judge Black, writing for the U.S. Supreme Court majority in favor of the press.

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Tom Hillen

4 years

Saw @DollyParton trending....had a minor freak out...then looked why and found out its because she helped fund one of what looks like will become a COVID-19 vaccine.

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Dr. Meade Krosby

4 years

Fact-checking this was worth it just to see @DollyParton in the acknowledgments of a @NEJM article. And I thought I couldn’t love her more.

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6 years

My mom doesn’t know how to tweet but wanted to make sure @DylanDreyerNBC knew she liked her dress. So Dylan 👍🏻👍🏻 from mama Hillen! @TODAYshow @alroker

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3 years

Best e-mail of the day came from @DeVosPerfHall telling me @RandyRainbow is coming to town!! Count me and @emilylinnert in for this show!!!

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4 years

Saw this on my drive into work this morning....thank you @AmwayGrandPlaza for spreading hope and love, it was exactly what I needed to see today.

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4 years

Dear @NBCNews please stop using this graphic, we are not seeing a spike in Michigan. Attached numbers are from Monday.

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6 years

OMG @Adaripp dancing to @RuPaul Sissy That Walk is giving me sooo much life!!!!!

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4 years

My friend just informed me that The Simple Life is on @PrimeVideo and I couldn’t be happier to be reliving this TV series!! @ParisHilton @nicolerichie

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5 years

Congrats dad!!! Kentwood PD Chief Hillen retiring after 42-year career

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Kentwood PD Chief Hillen retiring after 42-year career

The police department said Monday that Kentwood Police Chief Thomas Hillen will retire Nov. 1 and spend winter in Florida with his wife.

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3 years

@GRapidsnews Seriously? She’s fantastic on TV and her hair has nothing to do with her job performance.

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Tom Hillen

5 months

Only in Michigan are you sitting outside in late Feb with temps in the 70’s and you get an alert like this.

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Tom Hillen

4 years

This is a personal tweet to say I’m afraid of what the future holds for me and many of my friends.

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Tom Hillen

4 years

Another message of HOPE and LOVE this morning on the drive in. I just ❤️ GR so much right now. Thanks @AmwayGrandPlaza & @ilovethejw

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10 months

Life change announcement!! I’m moving from the anchor desk to the couch! Monday I will become the first ever male co-host of eightWest! I know I have big shoes with the departure of my dear friend @terrideboer ! Looking forward to my new role with my friend @rachaelruiz !

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4 years

The first Easter I’ve ever spent without family, but I think the spread turned out well. My Polish Grandma would be proud!

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4 years

Here was the flyover downtown Grand Rapids from just moments ago. Pretty cool!

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6 years

@NBCNews If he says it without evidence and you as a news organization don't have anything to corroborate this statement then WHY would you post this? Its our job as people in the media to only present FACTS we can substantiate. You can't with this so why put it out there?

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6 years

Sooo honored this little boy, Timothy, decided to go as Traffic Tom for Halloween!!!

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2 years

Well my parents surprised me and showed up to bring me that crown I won 16 years ago lol!!

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5 years

Hours in which I've appeared live on TV at some point today. 4 a.m. ✅ 5 a.m. ✅ 6 a.m. ✅ 7 a.m. ✅ 8 a.m. ✅ 9 a.m. ✅ 10 a.m. ✅ 11 a.m. ✅ 12 p.m. ✅ 4 p.m. ✅ 5 p.m. ✅ 6 p.m. ✅ Its been a fun day with a great team! I'll see ya'll again on Daybreak tomorrow morning!

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4 years

Today officially marks a decade at @woodtv ! Hard to believe it’s been that long! It’s been a fun ride and I’m looking forward to many more years!! @ WOOD TV8

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4 years

One of the pastors at Fountain Street Church just posted saying the church tower bells will start playing ‘We Will Overcome’ everyday at noon and five while we go through the coronavirus outbreak.

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4 years

To this date I don’t understand why they don’t MUTE the mic of the candidate not addressing the question. #Debates2020

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2 years

Hours of the day I've appeared on television today 4am ✅ 5am ✅ 6am ✅ 7am ✅ 8am ✅ 11am ✅ 12pm ✅ 4pm ✅ 5pm ✅ 6pm ✅ 7pm✅ Time for come comfy clothes! #blizzard #WestMichigan #bombcyclone

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1 year

Packed to potentially have to spend the night at the station tomorrow because of the ice storm.

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2 years

@Kate_Chastain You were the best part of the show!!!!

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4 years

The President starts his press conference off with a lie that he has won. He has not won yet. #Elections2020

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5 years

After nearly 43 years on the police force today my dad will serve his last day. Congrats, thank you for your service and for letting me tell your story. @WOODTV @KentwoodMich @KentSheriff

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Police Chief Hillen on retirement: ‘It has been a great career’

After more than four decades of protecting and serving West Michigan, the Kentwood police chief will celebrate his retirement Friday.

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5 years

Best description I have heard so far of the current situation comes from @Marvis_WOODTV8 via Facebook..."West Michigan looks like a snow globe in the hands of an over-caffeinated child ❄️"

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4 years

"Let me be clear" @GovWhitmer a mask is required anytime you are inside a public space in Michigan.

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5 years

The UP throwing some shade and I love it! Lol

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5 years

President Ford did it in a carriage.

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4 years

#BREAKING : @JoeBiden takes the lead in Michigan after more votes from Detroit come in. Still less than 70% in Wayne County...Biden leads by around 7,000 votes. #Election2020

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4 years

Honestly today was the most low key birthday I’ve had since turning 20....which I did at my older brothers wedding. But my friends and family still made it special! And yes my mom chopped an 8 in half to make a 3! #WeDutch

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5 years

Lots of reasons to celebrate but today is extra special because it marks 9 years for me at @WOODTV !!! I’ve gotten to do a lot and meet a lot of wonderful people!

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3 years

Thanks to the most amazing coanchor @emilylinnert for my housewarming gift! Can’t wait to find the most perfect place to hang it! #pride

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5 years

Shoutout to the @MichStatePolice trooper I saw on EB M-6 tonight who was not only blocking traffic for someone with a flat tire but was also CHANGING THE TIRE HIMSELF!!! Talk about going above and beyond!

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Tom Hillen

4 years

One year ago today I was named coanchor of the Noon show at @WOODTV alongside my friend @emilylinnert and what year it has been. We didn’t know then what the year ahead would hold and as I look back I am so happy she was by my side (6 feet apart for most of it)!!

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Tom Hillen

4 years

Hospital staff outside of @MercyHealthWM St. Mary’s taking a knee right now in honor of George Floyd. #WhiteCoatsForBlackLives @WOODTV

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1 year

I have a friend in the Tracking Center this afternoon!!

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4 years

I live in Michigan, it’s not like a prison.

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3 years

I love how they keep billing the half time show as the “biggest music event of the year”...we are 38 days into the year and we are in a pandemic....so far is the ONLY music event of the year.

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5 years

Conditions are NOT getting any better out there West Michigan. If you don't have to leave the house, its another day to stay inside under a blanket!

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2 years

I did it…I opened my moonroof on my way home from work today….In Michigan….on Feb 1st!

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4 years

Idk how many times it needs to be said WEAR 👏🏻 A 👏🏻 MASK 👏🏻 it’s not politics it’s science!

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WOOD TV8

4 years

Don't go to packed, crowded places, @GovWhitmer says. "For Pete's sake, please wear a mask while you're outside of your home."

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4 years

I tweeted what the VP said and included a graph based off of scientific data. If that scares you it’s not because of me it’s because it’s the reality of the situation.

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Tom Hillen

5 years

I don't recall @FOX2News ever posting an article in the 8 years that @onetoughnerd managed our state on his appearance. We call that sexism....its poor journalism and has no place in our profession.

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer

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Boys have teased me about my curves since 5th grade. My mom said “hold your head high and don’t let it bother you.” That @Fox2News story was way out of line. I’m tough, I can take it.

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Tom Hillen

2 years

Congrats to all my colleagues at @WOODTV for winning Station of Year!!!

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4 years

I would not be where I am in my career without @LeonHendrix . When I was given my opportunity at @WOODTV at 22-years-old Leon took me under his wings. He pushed me, taught me and helped me probably more than he realized. You sir are a legend, a true journalist, and will be missed!

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Leon Hendrix

4 years

Thanks so much for all the love tonight. I am forever grateful to my @WOODTV family. I'm excited to share news that I'll be joining the team at @SpectrumHealth ! Spectrum is saving lives in our community 24/7/365. I'm honored to have the opportunity to help tell its story.

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Tom Hillen

4 years

Spreading even more love! Thanks @AmwayGrandPlaza @ilovethejw

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4 years

This morning they've illuminated hearts on all sides ❤️❤️❤️ @ilovethejw @AmwayGrandPlaza #HealthcareHeroes

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Tom Hillen

10 months

Emotions running high this morning. I'm so excited for my friend @terrideboer on her new chapter, but I'm going to miss her soooo much in the mornings! I grew up watching her and we have become amazing friends over the years. You will be missed! ❤️❤️❤️

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Terri DeBoer retires from broadcasting

This week, Terri DeBoer is saying goodbye to WOOD TV8 after nearly 30 years with the station and more than 35 years working in local news.

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Tom Hillen

3 years

Happy birthday to the GREAT state of Michigan! It was on this date back in 1837 that Michigan joined the union and became the 26th state of the United States. @PureMichigan @WOODTV

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Tom Hillen

4 years

Received the best compliment from director @tweetattom this morning when he saw my NYE outfit. “You look like you’re about to head back stage at the dog show with @taralipinski ” @JohnnyGWeir

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Tom Hillen

4 years

Kent county clerk says she hopes to have results from Grand Rapids absentee votes by this afternoon.

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Tom Hillen

5 years

Today our family lost our matriarch. After 100 years, nearly 101, my Grandma was called home. It’s a sad day and we will mourn the fact she is no longer with us but will celebrate the long and wonderful life she lived. Love you grandma! 😢

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5 years

Please join me in this VERY important movement! #BarbaraWalters2020 #NYE

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4 years

#BREAKING : @NBCNews projecting @JoeBiden has won Michigan, flipping it back to blue. @WOODTV

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4 years

I’m so thankful for so many things in life. An amazing family....the best friends and a job I love with the most wonderful coworkers! #blessed #Thanksgiving #thankful

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4 years

Beautiful day for a sail! ⛵️

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1 year

Sometimes it’s real difficult to figure out which one of my mugs matches my mood for the day.

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Tom Hillen

5 years

Very excited to join @emilylinnert and @matthewkirkwood every day on the Noon show! Don't worry I'll still be here on Daybreak for you with Traffic reports each morning also.

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WOOD TV8

5 years

News 8 is announcing a new anchor lineup and an added newscast in February as it expands its commitment to local news.

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Tom Hillen

4 years

Congratulations if you are seeing this you have officially made it half way through 2020.

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5 years

We’re BACK!!!!! @WOODTV is back on Direct TV and AT&T

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4 years

I live downtown...my neighbors and I stayed together tonight...we finally feel safe to go asleep.

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5 years

You best believe I had to take a trip over the newly opened WB I-196 in downtown GR! It has the 100% seal of approval from Traffic Tom!!!

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3 years

Thanks @terrideboer for packing a lunch for me today!! She may be an empty nester at home but she still has a work son that she takes care of!!! She’s the best!!

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Tom Hillen

2 years

Love working with this team! Keeping you updated as this #blizzard ramps up! @terrideboer @TeresaWeakley @SaraFlynnWX @WOODTV

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Tom Hillen

10 months

It was sooooo incredible meeting baby Piper today!! @ellenbacca

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2 years

For the first time in more than two-years we were all able to share the desk again!!! @TeresaWeakley @terrideboer @DonovanLongTV @WOODTV

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7 years

Exciting news, if you can't make it to the @griffinshockey SOLD OUT game tonight you can watch it LIVE on WXSP tonight at 7 p.m. @WOODTV

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Tom Hillen

4 years

Happy to be back in the Tracking Center this morning! Thanks for all the well wishes as I quarantined at home. And for the record I was broadcasting from my kitchen not my bathroom! 😂😂😂 @terrideboer @matthewkirkwood

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Tom Hillen

4 years

#BREAKING : @GovWhitmer is mandating that businesses open to the public deny service or entry to customers who refuse to wear one. #MaskUpMichigan “No shirts, no shoes, no mask — no service,” Whitmer wrote.

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Tom Hillen

4 years

This morning on Daybreak we are celebrating @terrideboer for her 25 years at @WOODTV !!! I’m blessed to work with her and call her my friend!!

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Tom Hillen

5 years

Just put the finishing touches on my story for tomorrow’s Daybreak. It’s one I’m proud of for many reasons but mostly because it’s a story on my Dad as he prepares to retire after 43 years of service.

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1 year

It wasn’t that long ago I wore the mask inside and took it off when I got outside. Today the smoke was bothering me so much I wore it outside and took it off when I got inside. Strange times!

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Tom Hillen

5 years

@BrollySueLST325 @Marvis_WOODTV8 @WOODTV Hey Sue, we have multiple crews covering the presidents visit. One crew inside the arena, one outside, one at the airport and yes one at the protest. Marvis is no disgrace! He is a valued member of our team here at WOOD TV.

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5 years

I'm overhearing a depressing convo in the Tracking Center between @terrideboer & @matthewkirkwood "Terri: Matt since November 62% of the days have had 0% sunshine." THIS IS WHY PEOPLE ARE SO MOODY!!

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Tom Hillen

4 years

A friend just sent me this and she can see from her office in downtown GR. Anyone know what’s going on?? Lol said she has since see two more.

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Tom Hillen

4 years

Seriously? I would love to know how exactly our “people” were interfering!

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Grand Rapids Police

4 years

GRPD to our media partners. It is highly advised you exit the area of VanAndel Arena as your people are interfering with police operations. Media personnel are getting in the way of GRPD attempts to secure the area.

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2 years

Can't wait to see if this optimistic United flight makes it out this morning.

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Tom Hillen

5 years

I still can’t believe this actually happened!!!!

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Ellen Bacca

5 years

First time in 8 years! 🤦‍♀️🤣 You're welcome, @traffictom8

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2 years

Trying to stay positive!

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Tom Hillen

4 years

GR region now has the highest rate of people testing positive for covid-19 than any other region in the state.

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Tom Hillen

3 years

I’m gonna go out on a limb and just assume these gals are once again sitting around a table eating cheesecake!!

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Josh Sidorowicz WTSP

3 years

My goodness, what a reunion this will be 💜 #BettyWhite

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Tom Hillen

5 years

Hey remember that time a few years ago I saved @ellenbacca life!!!

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Tom Hillen

3 years

So proud of my friend @ellenbacca ! Also love that she is making Herstory!!!

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WOOD TV8

3 years

It's the same Storm Team 8, but a new chief! We're proud to announce that @ellenbacca has been named the first female chief meteorologist in West Michigan:

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Tom Hillen

5 years

Dear @CityGrandRapids with parking already at a premium in downtown is there a reason when you shutdown parking on a street you cant put hours on the meters?? Restricting parking on a main downtown street on a weekend with nothing happening on the street doesn’t make sense.

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Tom Hillen

3 years

PSA: Just like Daylight Saving Time and @meijer ...Groundhog Day has no S!

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Tom Hillen

4 years

Dear @Twitter I DON’T want to see tweets from 14 hours ago.

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Tom Hillen

4 years

A woman is dead after what happened today. I would love to know what @VoteMeijer @RepFredUpton & @RepHuizenga think about the Presidents latest tweet that can’t be retweeted because it’s so filled with lies.

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6 years

Guess who was just on stage with Patti Labelle!!!!! @MeijerGardens

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Tom Hillen

5 years

There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home, there’s no place like home!!! Especially when that home has just gotten a renovation!! Check out our new set. @WOODTV

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4 years

Back in the day when we would have a snow day my mom would have a beach day in our living room. Today my roomate and I decided to take an idea out of her playbook! 🌴🍍🧉

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8 months

8-2 baby!!! For the first time in more than 60 years!!!

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Tom Hillen

5 years

Honestly one of the first things that goes through my mind when I wake up every morning is.....do I get to nap today? #amnewsers #sleep #tired

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Tom Hillen

4 years

We showed observers on live TV in both Grand Rapids and Detroit here in Michigan.

@realDonaldTrump

Donald J. Trump

@realDonaldTrump

4 years

THE OBSERVERS WERE NOT ALLOWED INTO THE COUNTING ROOMS. I WON THE ELECTION, GOT 71,000,000 LEGAL VOTES. BAD THINGS HAPPENED WHICH OUR OBSERVERS WERE NOT ALLOWED TO SEE. NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE. MILLIONS OF MAIL-IN BALLOTS WERE SENT TO PEOPLE WHO NEVER ASKED FOR THEM!

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Tom Hillen

1 year

Just your average day at work….meet our newest meteorologist Mocha!!!

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Tom Hillen

5 years

Here is a look at the forecast for the next few days...

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Tom Hillen

5 years

Happy #Pride2019 to everyone but especially to those celebrating today in GR! #pride 🏳️‍🌈

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Tom Hillen

4 years

I just drove to the store with my windows down...In Michigan....on November 8...what even is 2020?

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Tom Hillen

4 months

You know who could figure out what is going on with Kate Middleton ⬇️⬇️

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Tom Hillen

4 years

For any of my media friends that have ever had to cover up a soap opera for coverage will recgonize this is the HIGHEST compliment one can receive. Way to go @ellenbacca @terrideboer & @Emily_Schuitema for your amazing coverage yesterday.

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